Lot 1328
1912, 1¢ green, bottom margin plate number single, o.g., never hinged, perfect centering within large evenly balanced margins, rich deep color, Superb, a wonderful plate number single; with 2013 P.S.E. Graded certificate (Superb 98, SMQ $375).Scott No. 405 $15.
Realized: $210
Lot 1329 /
1912, 1¢ green, Kansas City roulette, left margin plate "6013" block of 6, o.g., hinge remnant at top (three stamps never hinged), bright and fresh, "C.A.S." handstamp on gum, F.-V.F. and scarce.Scott No. 408 var. Estimate $250 - 350.
Realized: $230
Lot 1330
1914, 9¢ salmon red, right margin plate number "6907" single, o.g., never hinged, perfect centering within large evenly balanced all around, rich radiant color and stunning P.O. freshness, a Superb gem, this being the only never hinged example to obtain this lofty grade with only one higher; with 2014 P.S.E. Graded certificate (Gem 100, SMQ $2,900 for 98).Scott No. 415 $120.
AN EXTRAORDINARY NEVER HINGED EXAMPLE OF THE 1914 9¢ FRANKLIN ISSUE.
Realized: $2,700
Lot 1331
1912, 15¢ gray, bottom margin single with part imprint, o.g., never hinged, choice centering amid large beautifully balanced margins, uncommonly rich color, Superb, a truly wonderful gem with few equals; with 2013 P.S.E. Graded certificate (Superb 98, SMQ $2,250).Scott No. 418 $190.
Realized: $1,350